Insights
Practical guidance from our engineers.
Articles on planetariums, astronomy and STEM, visualisation and the technology behind critical environments, drawn from the projects we deliver.
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Planetarium
Planning, building and running a planetarium, from first idea to opening night.
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Astronomy & STEM
Astronomy education and STEM engagement for schools, museums and science centres.
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Visualisation
Control rooms, immersive environments and VR, and how to get them right.
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Technology
AI, computing and security technologies shaping critical environments.
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Latest articles
Fresh from our engineers.
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Borneo Astronomy Centre: Defining Mission, Vision and Purpose Before Design
How VRS helped the Borneo Astronomy Centre in Sarawak set a distinct Mission, Vision and Purpose for its Planetarium, Exhibition and Observatories, and for every stakeholder, before design began.
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Optomechanical, Digital or Hybrid? Upgrading an Existing Planetarium
Upgrading an ageing planetarium? Compare optomechanical, digital and hybrid systems, and learn how to plan a renewal with minimal downtime.
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Secure KVM Explained: Keeping Classified Networks Apart
How secure KVM switching and signal extension let operators work across networks of different classifications without the risk of data crossing between them.
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VR Design Review: How Engineers Review CAD Models at 1:1 Scale
How virtual reality lets engineering teams walk through CAD models at true scale, catch design problems early and collaborate before anything is built.
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Choosing a Telescope and Observatory for Education and Outreach
A guide to selecting telescopes, mounts, domes and livestream systems for schools, universities and science centres that want to share the real sky.
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Choosing a Planetarium Dome: Size, Tilt and Seating Explained
Dome diameter, tilt and seating layout decide how a planetarium feels and which projection system it needs. Here is how to choose the right combination.
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On-Premise AI: When to Run and Fine-Tune Models Without the Cloud
Why organisations with sensitive data run AI on their own hardware, and how to size GPU workstations and servers for inference and fine-tuning.
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Control Room Design: Video Walls, Consoles and Layouts That Work
How to design a command and control room around its operators: sight lines, video wall sizing, console layout, signal distribution and long-term support.
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Using Astronomy to Teach STEM: Ideas for Schools and Science Centres
Practical ways to use astronomy, planetarium shows and telescopes to build interest in science, technology, engineering and maths at every age.
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